You Name it

You’ve probably heard of a herd of horses, a flock of sheep, or a pack of wolves. But some animal groups have names that are unusual, and others are even kind of goofy.

Meow Many?

How many cats does it take to make a clutter? The answer is three or more. A group of cats can also be called a pounce—appropriate for these feisty felines!

The Very Hungry Caterpillars

For such tiny creatures, caterpillars have a mighty name for their collections. A caterpillar army has one mission: eat! Most caterpillars eat plants, especially leaves. They need to store up as much protein from their food as possible to prepare for their transformation into butterflies.

Crow Way!

A group of crows is called a murder. This name comes from old folk tales and superstitions. But crows aren’t scary. Yes, they have been affected by the fall (Genesis 3) like the rest of the world. But crows are still God’s unique creations, and their design glorifies their Creator.

Gator Gathering

A group of people meeting in church isn’t the only congregation. Groups of alligators are also called congregations. Adult alligators can be solitary (meaning they prefer to be alone). But depending on age and gender, they can hang out in huge groups. They are known to gather during breeding season in May and June.

Cackle!

A hyena’s bark sounds like a laugh. It’s fitting that a group of hyenas is often called a cackle! Spotted hyenas like to be with others. They live in large groups that can have up to 100 members.